Two-door station wagons became less prevalent in later decades but nearly every wagon in the 1950s came with either two or four doors. Why bother to make a two-door wagon? The two-door models typically had a shorter wheel base… more»
Station Wagons
Oct 10, 2017 • Uncategorized • 23 Comments
The Best Halloween Plan: 1963 Plymouth Belvedere
Some people, believe it or not, may read Barn Finds and doubt my plans. However, I believe I have the best plans! Huge plans! Great plans that the American people will love! See, I think I have found the… more»
Oct 10, 2017 • Uncategorized • 11 Comments
Solid Woody Project: 1949 Ford Woody Wagon
Highly coveted and well loved, ’49 fords are great cars with a grand following. Coupes, sedans, and convertibles can often been seen at car events, but how often do you see the not so common Woody Wagon? Purchased in… more»
Oct 7, 2017 • Uncategorized • 14 Comments
Adventures in Babysitting: 1989 Buick Electra/LeSabre Estate
Though this car conjures up memories of a movie that truly terrified young me of getting lost in the city, I can’t help but love it. While the car in the move Adventures in Babysitting is a 1987, they are very… more»
Oct 3, 2017 • Uncategorized • 62 Comments
Holier Than Thou: 1954 Plymouth Wagon
Here’s a nice little weekend project. Well, that depends on what you want to do with (to?) this 1954 Plymouth wagon. The owner has a couple of suggestions but I’m sure that the fine readers of Barn Finds will… more»
Oct 3, 2017 • Uncategorized • 18 Comments
Woody Survivor: 1952 Buick Roadmaster Estate
Buick Roadmaster’s are great looking cars that in my opinion couldn’t get any better looking in the styling department, until the Estate came to fruition. Stylish, with a lovely wood grain, and a subtle dark green, this wagon is… more»
Oct 2, 2017 • Uncategorized • 56 Comments
Spy Wagon: 1972 Chevrolet Kingswood Estate
If you are as big of fan of big American station wagons as I am, this find should get you excited! The Chevrolet Kingswood Estate was essentially a well optioned Impala wagon with faux woodgrain paneling. This particular example… more»
Oct 1, 2017 • Uncategorized • 23 Comments
A/C Equipped Survivor: 1961 Olds F85 Deluxe Wagon
Station wagons and early F85 Oldsmobiles have a sweet spot in my heart, so it would only make sense that I would be head over heels for this F85 wagon. Very original and ready to drive, this air conditioning… more»
Sep 28, 2017 • Uncategorized • 22 Comments
All About That Base: 1960 Dodge Dart Seneca
Ok, I know, it’s really “All About That Bass”, but this 1960 Dodge Dart Wagon is the base Seneca model.. and.. well.. yeah. This base beauty is listed on eBay with very spirited bidding and a current bid price… more»
Sep 20, 2017 • Uncategorized • 43 Comments
Nerdy-Cool: 1978 AMC Pacer DL Wagon
This l’il red wagon is one of the current it-cars, as in, being so nerdy-cool and hip that it’s probably more popular now than when it was new. At least in some circles.. especially with guys with big beards,… more»
Sep 16, 2017 • Uncategorized • 39 Comments
Two-Door Wagon: 1974 Ford Pinto
Recently, I wrote up a very nice Mercury Bobcat and stated that I preferred Bobcats to Pintos. However, this Pinto wagon is super cool and despite having been loved a bit, it is clean and in pretty decent condition…. more»
Sep 15, 2017 • Uncategorized • 9 Comments
Wood You? 1947 Pontiac Woody Wagon
Have you ever wanted to own a woody wagon? This may be the project for you! You’re looking at a 1947 Pontiac Woody Wagon. For sale here on craigslist in the town of Natick, Massachusetts. The asking price is… more»
Sep 14, 2017 • Uncategorized • 20 Comments
Survivor Wagon: Low-Mile 1989 Chevrolet Caprice
This Caprice is from a time period when wagons were really wagons! This car can easily fit a whole family, plus luggage, plus possibly a couple of friends. The advent of the SUV created the phasing out of large… more»
Sep 14, 2017 • Uncategorized • 13 Comments
Parts Hauler: 1963 Olds Dynamic 88 wagon
Part of a field find collection that is getting liquidated, this Olds wagon is a bit rough, but it has some highlights and possibilities for sure. The Dynamic 88 wagons are great looking cars, and the single torque thrust… more»
Sep 11, 2017 • For Sale • 3 Comments
Restomod Potential: 1956 Pontiac Cheiftain Wagon
Although two door classics are quite desirable, there is still something to be said about a four door classic station wagon. The Pontiac Chieftain was offered in a two door and four door configuration, but this four door variant… more»
Sep 6, 2017 • For Sale • 45 Comments
Shorty Station Wagon: 1956 Chevrolet
While some of us like two-door station wagons, this ’56 Chevrolet brings a whole new meaning. Shortened at some point in its life, this “wagon” has undergone a major transformation. In ready to drive condition this custom shorty would… more»
